Jurkovič Heating Plant is a reconstruction of a national cultural monument built in the former industrial area of Bratislava. The building represents a unity of different architectural styles including Art Nouveau, modernism, and functionalism. Many original elements have been preserved in the interior, for example 31,736 bricks from the original façade which were saved during the reconstruction. A number of them has been reused in the building’s interior to create a unique and inspirational workplace. Jurkovič Heating Plant became a one-of-a-kind place ideal for cultural and artistic events, workshops, a café, a restaurant and a coworking space.
Name of project
Jurkovič Heating Plant
Country and City
Slovakia, Bratislava
Location
Bottova 1/1
Date of completion
August 2021
Name(s) of investor(s)
Penta Real Estate
Developer
Penta Real Estate
Total area (SQM)
5000
Useable Area (SQM)
6300
Office Area (SQM)
4100
Cubic volume
46000
Height
30,45
Number of above-ground floors
6
Number of underground floors
0
Number of lifts
3
Standard (class A, class B)
-
Number of parking spaces (per sqm office space)
600 parking lots
BREEAM/LEED/sustainability certification
no
Architect
The main architect of the conversion: Martin Paško and DF Creative Group team; Co-authors: Zuzana Zacharová, Eva Belláková, Matúš Podskalický, Martina Michalková, Alexandra Havranová (architecture) ; Facade: Pavol Pauliny, Vlasta Viglašová / Pamarch; Fit-out: Ján Antal/Perspektiv
Construction company
ENG2 SR spol s.r.o
Property Management Company
Alto Real Estate
Leasing Agency
n/a
Occupancy rate
100%
Main tenants
ALTO Real Estate, Base4work s.r.o, Medusa Restaurants, DOT., SUFIO
Source of project financing
n/a
Functionality
Jurkovič Heating Plant is a reconstruction of a national cultural monument which has been brought back to life to house offices, a flexible coworking space and other facilities such as a café, a restaurant, and a gallery.
The technical systems and innovations to improve office working conditions/comfort
The reconstruction kept the ratio of full and transparent façade. This helps prevent overheating of the surroundings which is a common issue for glass buildings. To facilitate access to the building, flexible offices are equipped with smart technology - Salto KS system.
Technical innovations
The renovation meets the standards of a new building including energy efficiency requirements and services. The parking house has a green rooftop which is interconnected with an outdoor park. The building land quality has been improved by removing oil substances from the soil during excavation works
